Samuel Acuff
Samuel Acuff
Laura Lesnewich - Biomarkers of AUD
Laura Lesnewich - Biomarkers of AUD
Laura Lesnewich - Biomarkers of AUD
Tuesday 23rd March 2021
Laura Lesnewich explores how biomarkers reveal mechanisms of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and inform treatment on 'The Addiction Psychologist'.
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Get the buttons here!Decoding Alcohol Addiction: Laura Lesnewich on Biomarkers and Treatment
If we can measure this and if it can tell us something, then that's useful for us.
Ever wondered how scientists can predict and treat alcohol addiction? In this episode of 'The Addiction Psychologist', hosts Dr. Noah Emery and Samuel Acuff sit down with Laura Lesnewich, a Doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology at Rutgers, to shed light on the fascinating world of biomarkers in Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Biomarkers are like the body's own indicators, providing measurable signs that can reveal the inner workings of our behaviors and health conditions.
Lesnewich dives into her research on identifying these biomarkers, especially those linked to executive functioning deficits, which can help pinpoint individuals at risk for AUD. She explains how these biological markers are crucial in understanding the binge intoxication stage of addiction and their potential in tailoring more effective treatments. Throughout the episode, Lesnewich emphasizes the biopsychosocial model, which considers the social, psychological, and biological factors contributing to addiction.
She also discusses functional connectivity in the brain, which is essentially how different parts of the brain communicate with each other, and how this can be measured through neuroimaging. This episode is packed with insights that bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and practical applications. Whether you're a practitioner looking to stay informed or someone interested in the science behind addiction, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on how we can better understand and treat AUD using biomarkers.